Fault Codes Help for iRobot Roomba j5+

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iRobot Roomba j5+

The Roomba j5+ is a robotic vacuum and mop designed for automated floor cleaning. It features precision navigation to avoid obstacles, automatic dirt disposal into a Clean Base™ automatic dirt disposal system, and compatibility with optional mopping pads and cleaning solutions. It can be controlled via the iRobot Home app for scheduling, mapping, and customization. The robot utilizes multi-surface brushes and edge-sweeping brushes for comprehensive cleaning. It also includes sensors to prevent falls down stairs and detect dirt concentration.

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Bag Full Indicator

Clean Base™ indicator light is solid red

Solutions:

Replace the dirt disposal bag.

Battery Error

Robot displays a battery related error

Solutions:

Replace the battery.

Blinking Red Light Ring

Robot stopped cleaning, light ring is blinking red

Solutions:

Remove obstacle or free robot. Restart cleaning.

Cliff Sensor Error

Robot avoids areas unnecessarily

Solutions:

Clean the cliff sensors.

Clog Detected

Clean Base™ attempts multiple times to clear clog

Solutions:

Unplug Clean Base™, inspect and clear debris from the evacuation tube.

Factory Reset

Robot needs to be reset to default settings

Solutions:

Remove dust bin and hold clean button for 7 seconds.

Filter Error

Robot displays an error related to the filter

Solutions:

Clean or replace the filter.

Floor Compatibility

Robot damaging hard floors

Solutions:

Test on a small area first, contact floor manufacturer.

No Charging

Robot does not charge when placed on Clean Base™

Solutions:

Clean charging contacts on both robot and Clean Base™.

Red Light Ring

Robot stopped cleaning, light ring is solid red

Solutions:

Place robot on Clean Base™ to charge.

Robot Not Returning to Base

Robot fails to automatically return to Clean Base™

Solutions:

Remove obstacles, ensure clear path to base, and verify base is in a well-lit area.

Rug/Carpet Compatibility

Robot damaging rugs/carpets

Solutions:

Test on a small area first, contact rug/carpet manufacturer.

Shipping Battery Safely

Need to ship the robot with battery

Solutions:

Turn off battery by removing from charging station and holding clean button until indicators turn off.

Slippery Floors

Floors are slippery after wet cleaning

Solutions:

Reduce the amount of water used during mopping.

Thermal Cut-Out

Clean Base stops working

Solutions:

Unplug, allow to cool, clear blockage.

Unauthorised Charger

Using a charger not supplied by iRobot

Solutions:

Only use the iRobot-supplied charger.

Water Tank Empty

Mopping function stops

Solutions:

Refill the water tank.

Wheel Error

Robot is dragging or not moving properly

Solutions:

Remove and clean the wheel.

Wick Cap Issue

Water leaking during mopping

Solutions:

Replace the wick cap.